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If there seems to be no leak, check to see if the electric engine fans are
running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be
running. If they
aren’t, your vehicle needs service.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank
If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at or above
“FULL COLD,” add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled)
and
a proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank. (See “Engine
Coolant’’
in the Index for more information about the proper coolant
mix.)
,/!1 CAUTIO
Adding only plain water ur coomg syscem can De
dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can
boil before the proper coolant mix
will. Your vehicle’s coolant
warning system
is set for the proper coolant mix. With plain
water
or the wrong mix, your engine could get too hot but you
wouldn’t get the overheat warning. Your engine could catch
fir6
and you or others could be burned. Use a 50/50 mix of ( m
water I d a Droner antifreeze
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running.
If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running. If they
aren’t, your vehicle needs service.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at or above
“FULL
COLD,” add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled)
and a proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank. (See “Engine
Coolant” in the Index for more information about the proper coolant
mix.)
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A CAUTION:
Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be
dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can
boil before the proper coolant mix will. Your vehicle’s coolant
warning system is set for the proper coolant mix. With plain
water or the wrong mix, your engine could get too hot but you
wouldn’t get the overheat warning. Your engine could catch fire
and you
or others could be burned. Use a 50/50 mix of clean
water -nd
a proper antifreeze.
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other than DEXRON@-IIE is not covered by your
new vehicle warranty.
After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as described under “How to
Check.”
When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in all
How To Reset Transaxle Fluid Change Indicator: (4.6 Liter Northstar)
Your vehicle is equipped with
a transaxle fluid change indicator. A
“CHANGE
TRANS FLUID’’ message will display on the Information
Center when the power train computer determines that the transaxle
fluid needs to be changed or at each 100,000 miles (160,000
km) interval,
whichever occurs first. When this message appears, change the transaxle
fluid and reset
the transaxle fluid life indicator as follows:
the
way.
0 Turn the key “ON” with the engine stopped.
Press and hold the “OFF” and “REAR DEFOG” buttons on the
climate control simultaneously until the
“TRANS FLUID RESET”
message appears
in the Information Center (between 5 and 20
seconds).
ENGINE COOLANT
The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when
it
is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see “Engine
Overheating” in the Index.
The proper coolant for your Cadillac will:
Give freezing protection down to -34” F (-37” C) .
0 Give boiling protection up to 262OF (128O C) .
0 Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine temperature.
Let the warning lights work as they should.
What to Use:
Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably distilled) and one-half
antifreeze that meets “GM Specification 1825-M,” which won’t damage
aluminum parts. You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to
GM
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Engine Coolant Supplement (sealer) with any complete coolant change.
If you use these, you don’t need to add anything else.
Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be
dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can
boil before the proper coolant mix will. Your vehicle’s cwlant
warning system is set for the proper coolant mix With plain
water or the wrong mix, your engine could get too hot but you
wouldn’t get the overheat warning. Your engine could catch fire
and you or others could be burned. Use a 50/50 mix of dean
water and a proper anti€reeze,
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Acc (Ignition Key Position) ........................... 76
Accessory Power. Retained .......................... 327
Electrical Equipment ............................. 326
Engine Coolant .......................... 234.242.282,
Engine Oil ...................................... 269
Power Steering Fluid ............................. 286
Transaxle Fluid .................................. 279
Additives. Engine Oil ............................... 273
Adjustment. Brake ................................. 182
Adult Safety Belt Usage .............................. 19
Air Bag ............................................ 27
Air Cleaner ....................................... 275
Air Cleaner Replace ................ See Maint . Book. p.22
Air Cleaner Filter Replacement ...................... 301
Air Conditioner .................................... 144
Air Outlets ........................................ 143
Air System ........................................ 143
Alarm. How To Turn Off Theft ........................ 73
Alcohol. Driving Under The Influence Of .............. 173
AlcoholinGasoline ................................. 260
Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ......................... 321
AMAX@ .......................................... 151
AM Radio Reception ............................... 151
AM Stereo Radio Reception ......................... 151
Antenna. Cleaning Radio ............................ 161
Antifreeze ..................................... 234. 242
Anti-Lock Brakes .................................. 179
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ................ 125
Anti-Theft Tips ..................................... 72
Appearance Care ................................... 314
Adding
Brake Fluid
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Arm. Wearing A Safety Belt Under Your ................ 25
Ashtrays ................... i ...................... 117
Astroroof ......................................... 115
Automatic Air Conditioning System ................... 144
Automatic Door Lock ................................ 66
Automatic Overdrive ................................ 82
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Capacities. Fluid ................................... 349
Carbon Monoxide In Exhaust ...................... 91. 209
Cassette ’Iiipe Player. Care Of Your ................... 160
Cassette %pe Systems .............................. 156
Cautions. Safety ...................................... 1
CB Radio. Adding A ............................. 152. 326
Cellular Telephone. Adding A ..................... 152. 326
Center Console ..................................... 70
Center Mounted High Stop Lamp Bulb. Replace ........ 298
Central Door Unlocking System ....................... 66
Chains. Tire ....................................... 314
Change The Oil. When To ........................... 273
Changing A Flat Tire ............................... 247
Charge Light. Battery ............................... 127
Chassis Lubrication ................. See Maint . Book. p.18
Checking The Brake Fluid
.............................. 290. 291
The Engine Oil Level ............................ 268
The Power Steering Fluid ......................... 285
The ’Ransaxle Huid .............................. 277
Things Under The Hood .......................... 264
Your Restraint Systems ............................ 60
Your Safety Belt Systems ........................... 60
Checks. Service Station ............... See Maint . Book. p.8
Chemical Paint Spotting
............................. 323
Child Restraint. Securing ............................. 47
Child Restraints ..................................... 44
Children And Safety Belts ............................ 41
Cigarette Lighter ................................... 118
CircuitBreakers ................................... 327
City Driving ....................................... 196
Cleaner. Air ....................................... 275
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
............................... 321
Fabric .......................................... 316
Glass .......................................... 319
Viiyl or Leather ................................. 318
Safety Belts ..................................... 319
The Inside Of Your Cadillac ....................... 316
The Outside Of Your Cadillac ..................... 320
The Power Antenna .............................. 161
The Top of the Instrument Panel ................... 319
The Underbody Of Your Car ...................... 322
The Windshield and Wiper Blades .................. 320
Weatherstrips ................................... 321
Clock. Setting The .................................. 160

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Driver’s Side S.I.R. (“Air Bag”) ........................ 27
Driving And the Road.
Your .............................. 163
At Night ....................................... 188
Defensive ...................................... 172
HillandMountain ............................... 201
In A Foreign Country ............................ 261
In Cities ........................................ 196
In Fog. Mist And Haze ........................... 194
On Snow Or Ice ................................. 207
In The Rain ..................................... 191
In Winter ....................................... 206
On A Long Trip ................................. 199
On The Freeway ................................. 197
OnTheRoad ................................... 200
On Curves ...................................... 183
Through Deep Standing Water ...................... 79
Winter ......................................... 206
Drunken Driving ................................... 173
Dual Braking System ................................ 124
Electric Outside Mirror Control ...................... 114
Electrical Equipment. Adding ..................... 152. 326
Electronic Climate Control .......................... 144
Electronic Level Control ............................ 142
Electronic Solar Sensor ............................. 148
Emergencies. Braking In ............................ 182
Emergencies. Steering In ............................ 184
Emergency Towing ................................. 227
Engine
Block Heater
.................................... 78
Change Oil Indicator ............................. 140
Coolant ........................................ 280
Exhaust ......................................... 91
Oil ............................................ 266
Oil Additives .................................... 273
OilLight ....................................... 128
Oil. When To Change ............................ 273
Overheating .................................... 230
Speed Limiter (Northstar) ........................ 129
Ethanol In Gasoline ................................ 260
Emergency Starting. Discharged Battery ............... 221
Coolant Temperature Warning Lights ............... 126
Warning Light About Need For Service ............. 126
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Operating Record Log .......... See Maint . Book. p.44-80
Recommended Fluids ....... See Maint . Book. p.38,40,42
Service Ctr . Inspec . & Sew ... See Maint . Book. p.32,34,36
Schedules ............... See Maint . Book. p.10,12,14,16
Service Station Owner Checks ...... See Maint . Book. p.8
Maintenance Record ................ See Maint . Book. p.44
Markings. Pavement ................................ 171
Master Cylinder. Brake .............................. 289
Methanol In Gasoline ............................... 260
Mileage Indicator .................................. 122
Mirrors. Inside Daymight Rearview ................... 111
Mirrors. Outside ................................... 114
Mist. Driving In .................................... 194
Mobile Telephone. Adding A ...................... 152. 326
Mountain Driving .................................. 201
MTBE In Gasoline ................................. 260
Mud. If You’re Stuck In ............................. 256
Mirrors. Front Seat Vanity ........................... 113
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“N” (Neutral) Gear Position .......................... 82
New Vehicle “Break-In” .............................. 75
Night. Driving At ................................... 188
Night Vision ....................................... 189
Notices About Damage ................................ 2
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Occupant Restraint .................................. 12
Octane Required For Your Car ....................... 259
Odometer ......................................... 123
Odometer And Speedometer ......................... 122
Odometer. Trip .................................... 123
Off (Ignition Key Position) ............................ 76
Off Road Recovery ................................. 185
Oil. Engine ........................................ 266
Oil. When To Change Your Engine .................... 273
Oil Life Indicator ................................... 140
Oil Quality ........................................ 271
Oil Thickness (Viscosity) ............................ 272
Operating Record .................. See Maint . Book. p . 44
Operation in Foreign Countries ....................... 261
OutsideAir ....................................... 143
Outside Mirrors .................................... 114
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